Part-Time Design Instructor: Inspire Tomorrow's Creatives

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 8,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Minnesota’s College of Design seeks Part-Time Instructors to teach designated courses across Graphic Design, Retail and Consumer Studies, Apparel Design, Interior Design, UX Design, and Design Innovation Core. Applications will be reviewed as openings occur throughout the academic year, with appointments typically semester by semester or for the summer.

These are temporary, non-tenured Academic Professional and Administrative positions paid per course.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree plus substantial professional recognition in the subject field or a closely related discipline.
• Evidence of competence to teach in content area is required.
• Proven excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Evidence of attention to cultural diversity in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional delivery based on course objectives and student learning outcomes defined by the program faculty.
• Teach class each week as scheduled and deliver course content.
• Hold office hours each week to allow students access outside of the classroom.
• Participate in department committees and in portfolio review if applicable.
• Support the mission of the land-grant institution.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Diversity awareness

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

PhD or MFA preferred

Job description

University of Minnesota’s College of Design seeks Part-Time Instructors to teach designated courses across Graphic Design, Retail and Consumer Studies, Apparel Design, Interior Design, UX Design, and Design Innovation Core. Applications will be reviewed as openings occur throughout the academic year, with appointments typically semester by semester or for the summer.

These are temporary, non-tenured Academic Professional and Administrative positions paid per course.